doc/help/Support-Serial-Studio.md
Serial Studio is used by developers, engineers, educators, and makers around the world. It is maintained by a single developer, with no corporate funding or venture capital behind it.
Support of any kind funds development, testing on real hardware, documentation, and releases.
The most direct way to support the project. A Pro license unlocks MQTT, Modbus, CAN Bus, MDF4 export, 3D visualization, and other features (the full list is in Pro vs Free), and it funds ongoing development. If you use Serial Studio at work, your purchasing or IT department can handle the transaction.
Store: https://store.serial-studio.com/
If you create content for embedded developers, makers, educators, or hardware teams, you can support the project by referring customers and earning a commission on successful sales. It's a practical option for bloggers, YouTubers, newsletter authors, and community managers who already recommend tools to their audience.
Affiliate applications are handled through Lemon Squeezy: https://store.serial-studio.com/affiliates
Help others find the project by starring it on GitHub. It costs nothing and bumps visibility in search results and trending lists.
Repo: https://github.com/Serial-Studio/Serial-Studio
Support development through GitHub Sponsors or PayPal donations. Links are on the project's GitHub page.
PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=XN68J47QJKYDE
Improve quality by reporting bugs and suggesting improvements on GitHub Issues. Include steps to reproduce, expected behavior, and platform details.
Pull requests for bug fixes, features, translations, or documentation are all welcome. Meaningful contributions can also qualify for a free Pro license (see Earn a Pro License).
Share what you've built with Serial Studio. Real-world use cases help other users and grow the community.
Blog posts, tutorials, YouTube videos, and conference talks help reach new users who could use the tool.
Serial Studio is built during unpaid hours and includes no tracking or telemetry. Whether you're a student or a company, your support helps keep the project maintained.